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A perfectly cooked medium-rare steak with a golden sear, topped with a glossy butter sauce, served on a rustic white plate with fresh herbs, with a softly blurred background highlighting a cozy dinner setting.

Quick Pan-Seared Steak with Butter Sauce

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A flavorful, juicy steak seared to perfection and topped with a luscious butter sauce, ideal for a fast, satisfying dinner.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 ribeye or sirloin steaks
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • Fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs (optional)

Instructions

  1. Season steaks generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Cook steaks 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or to desired doneness.
  1. Reduce heat to low, add butter, garlic, and herbs to the skillet.
  2. Cook, spooning the butter over the steaks, until butter is melted and fragrant, about 1 minute.
  1. Remove steaks from skillet, let rest for 2 minutes, then serve topped with butter sauce.

Notes

  • Use high-quality, well-marbled steak for best flavor.
  • Adjust cooking time for desired doneness.
  • Add fresh herbs for enhanced aroma.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop searing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 steak
  • Calories: 550 Kcal
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 45g
  • Saturated Fat: 20g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 1g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 125mg